Golden Triangle Tour

"A tear drop on the cheek of Time". The Taj Mahal, as stated by Ravindra Nath Tagore. The Amber Fort & the Palace of Winds a curtain raiser to a Kaleidoscope… India. A short tour through Mughal India and fascinating Rajasthan for those with little time....
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Itinerary

On arrival at IGI airport, Delhi, meet, assist and transfer to your hotel.

Check in & overnight at the hotel.

Day 02

Delhi

After breakfast visit New Delhi, where you shall visit Humayun's tomb. Built in 1565 by Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, the first great example of Mughal garden tomb and inspiration for several later monuments. This type of garden is known as a charbagh and is based on a grid. Continue visit of the Parliament Buildings including North & South block which house several ministries as well as the Prime Minister's Office.

Later visit India Gate. A massive red sandstone arch, built to commemorate the Indian and British soldiers who died in World War I. PM visit Old Delhi. Here you shall visit the Jama Masjid. This grand mosque was built by Emperor Shah Jahan, with three imposing black and white marble domes, and twin minarets framing its great central arch. Later enjoy Rickshaw ride through streets of Chandni Chowk. Its most elegant boulevard laid out in 1648 and is lined with grand shops and mansions.

After breakfast, visit Qutab Minar a UNESCO World Heritage, which is a five storeyed Victory Tower to announce the advent of Muslim sultans. Later visit Lotus temple or the Baha’I House of worship, designed by Iranian architect Fariburz Sahba. The Baha’I sect originatedin Persia and is based on a view of humanity as one single race, a world where silence and order prevails.

PM visit the Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomizes 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind.

Overnight at the hotel.

Highlights: Qutab Minar, Akshardham

Day 04

Delhi - Agra

Delhi – Agra (205 Kms & 4 Hrs)

Morning leave for Agra, en-route visit Itimad-ud-Dullah, also known as the "Baby Taj", it is the first tomb in India built entirely in white marble. It was built in 1628 by Nurjahan, wife of Emperor Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg, an Imperial Officer who had received the title of Itmad-ud-Daula (Pillar of Government).On arrival check into your hotel.

Later visit the Red Fort a UNESCO World Heritage, It was built on the banks of the river Yamuna. Its imposing red sandstone ramparts form a crescent along the river front and encompass an enormous complex of courtly buildings, ranging in style from the early eclecticism of Akbar to the sublime elegance of Shah Jahan. Visit the gloriously inlaid Musamman Burj, a double-storeyed octagonal tower with clear views of the Taj.

Overnight at the hotel.

Highlights: Itimad-ud-Dullah, Red Fort, Musamman Burj

Day 05

Agra – Jaipur

Agra – Jaipur (235 Kms & 6 Hrs)

AM visit the Taj Mahal a UNESCO World Heritage . Built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Its an image of the Islamic Garden Paradise, an enduring monument of love continually fulfilling beauty in white marble. To the poet Tagore it was " A Tear Drop in the face of eternity". Pietra dura has been extensively used to translate naturalistic forms into decorative patters that complement the majesty of its architecture.

Later leave for Jaipur, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri's Buland Darwaza a UNESCO World Heritage built by Emperor Akbar in honour of Salim Chisti a famous sufi saint. Its architecture is a blend of Hindu and Islamic styles. The Buland Darwaza, erected by Akbar to mark his conquest over Gujarat is a huge gateway.

En-route to Jaipur, visit the stepwell at Abhaneri. On arrival at Jaipur, check into your hotel.

Highlights: Taj Mahal

Day 06

Jaipur

AM excursion to Amber fort. En-route photostop at Hawa Mahal known as the "Palace of winds”, with its ornate pink facade has become an icon for the city. The tiered Baroque like composition of projecting windows and balconies is five storeys high.

Amber Fort a UNESCO World Heritage which is at a short distance of 11 kms from Jaipur. The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands atop a range of craggy hills. You can take Elephant ride from the base of the fort to the hilltop. Fort offers panoramic view of Maota Lake and the historic old town at the base of the hill. Embark on an Elephant ride to the top of the Fortress. PM visit city palace & observatory. The sprawling complex is a superb blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, with open airy Mughal - style public buildings leading to private apartments. Its treasures, which include miniature paintings, manuscripts, Mughal carpets, musical instruments, royal costumes and weaponry, provide a splendid introduction to Jaipur's princely past, and it’s fascinating arts and crafts.

Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage , translated into 'Instruments of Measuring the Harmony of the Heavens', it was built by Sawai Jai Singh II between 1728 and 1734. Jantar Mantar is a grand celebration of astronomical science and each instrument here perform a particular function and gives an accurate reading.

Later visit the markets of Jaipur famous for their exquisite carpets, clothes, jewelry etc.

Overnight at the hotel.

Highlights: Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Maota Lake, Jantar Mantar

Day 07

Jaipur - Delhi / Depart

Jaipur – Delhi (265 Kms & 5 Hrs)

Morning leave for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi half day free for last day shopping and souvenir hunting. Later transfer to International airport for connect flight to home destination.

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"A tear drop on the cheek of Time". The Taj Mahal, as stated by Ravindra Nath Tagore. The Amber Fort & the Palace of Winds a curtain raiser to a Kaleidoscope… India. A short tour through Mughal India and fascinating Rajasthan for those with little time.